11: At level 50, attributes double; misplaced kindness leads to heartbreak.

The morning light washed over the broken walls as Lin Chen's Divine Thought spread out for a hundred miles, locking onto the beast tide in the east.

[Task Remaining Time: 3 days]

[Lin Qingxue Pregnancy: Day 2]

"Clear Snow, there is a group of diamond-level monsters to the east. Shall we go level up?" He gently stroked the top of her head.

Lin Qingxue nodded, her blue eyes reflecting the morning light. "I will listen to my husband; just be careful."

The two swept out side by side, wind elements supporting their figures, as fast as a streak of light.

[Name: Lin Chen]

[Race: Perfect Ancient God (Tier 2)]

[Rank: 49]

[Attributes: Strength 200195, Agility 200195, Physique 200195, Spirit 200270]

[Skills: Ancient Gods Body (Enhanced), Ancient Gods Pressure (Enhanced), Ancient Gods Divine Sense (100 km)]

[Trait: Law Affinity]

[Name: Lin Qingxue]

[Race: Ice and Snow Nine-Tailed White Fox (mythical-grade)]

[Rank: 49]

[Attributes: Strength 265, Agility 375, Physique 265, Spirit 525]

[Skills: Ice and Snow Divine Power, Nine-Tails Power, Charm, Shapeshifting, Ice Arrow, Ice Domain]

[Pregnancy: 300 days (Day 2)]

The beast tide gathered in the canyon, all of them Bone-Winged Demon Wolves covered in diamond-grade scales, their ferocity laid bare.

[Monster Name: Bone-Winged Demon Wolf]

[Rank: 8 (Diamond)]

[Quality: Elite]

[Attributes: Strength 700, Agility 600, Physique 500, Spirit 150]

"Ice Domain!" Clear Snow opened her Domain the moment she landed, frost freezing the wolves' paws.

Lin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly. Law Affinity invoked the dual elements of thunder and fire, and purple flames and startling thunder condensed at his fingertips.

"Extinguish." As the soft shout fell, thunder and fire intertwined into a net, instantly enveloping the canyon.

The Bone-Winged Demon Wolves didn't even have time to scream before they turned into charred powder, scattering with the wind.

[Ding—Congratulations to Lin Chen for reaching Rank 50!]

[Ding—Congratulations to Lin Qingxue for reaching Rank 50!]

Two golden lights shot into the sky, and the System notification followed closely behind:

[Ding—After all Survivors reach Rank 50, basic attributes and free attribute points will double every 10 levels (including Rank 50).]

The attribute panel changed abruptly, the numbers skyrocketing:

[Name: Lin Chen]

[Rank: 50]

[Attributes: Strength 400390, Agility 400390, Physique 400390, Spirit 400540]

[Name: Lin Qingxue]

[Rank: 50]

[Attributes: Strength 530, Agility 750, Physique 530, Spirit 1050]

Clear Snow looked at the panel, her small mouth slightly agape. "Husband, the attributes... doubled!"

Lin Chen squeezed her hand, his smile profound. "It will be even stronger when we level up in the future."

The two were about to leave when Clear Snow suddenly pointed to the west. "Husband, someone is calling for help over there."

Lin Chen's Divine Thought swept over; it was three heavily injured Lizardmen being besieged by a few bronze-grade monsters.

"They are dying..." A flash of compassion crossed Clear Snow's eyes. "Shall we save them?"

Lin Chen originally wanted to refuse, but seeing her gently stroke her lower abdomen, he ultimately nodded. "Quick battle, quick decision."

Their figures flickered, and Law Affinity invoked the power of earth and stone, instantly crushing the monsters into meat paste.

The three Lizardmen lay paralyzed on the ground, their scales damaged and covered in blood.

"Th-thank you, mighty ones, for saving our lives!" The leader of the Lizardmen thanked them with a trembling voice, but greed was hidden in his eyes.

Clear Snow took out an epic-grade healing pill. "This can treat your injuries; take it quickly."

The Lizardman took the Medicinal Pill. Out of the corner of his eye, he caught sight of Clear Snow's stunning beauty and her pregnant state, then swept a glance at Lin Chen's composure, and evil thoughts sprouted.

"This woman is pregnant, so her strength must be lacking..."

"Although that man is strong, we might have a chance if we ambush them!"

The three exchanged glances and suddenly erupted, their sharp claws coated in poison, lunging straight at Lin Chen's back and Clear Snow!

"Husband, be careful!" Clear Snow exclaimed. The Ice Domain expanded instantly, freezing their sharp claws.

Lin Chen's eyes turned icy; there was no longer a shred of pity. Law Affinity invoked the power of space, and invisible ripples spread out.

"You don't know what death is."

As the words fell, the movements of the three Lizardmen came to an abrupt halt, their bodies shattering like broken glass and turning into blood mist and powder.

Clear Snow looked at the blood mist filling the sky, her small face turning pale, and she subconsciously gripped Lin Chen's sleeve tightly.

"They... how could they end up like this?" Her voice trembled, her eyes full of disbelief.

Lin Chen pulled her into his arms and patted her back. "In this world, not everyone deserves to be saved."

"I was wrong..." Clear Snow buried herself in his chest, tears sliding down. "I shouldn't have meddled in other people's business."

"It's not your fault; they were ungrateful wretches." Lin Chen said softly. "From now on, just protect yourself and the baby."

Clear Snow nodded forcefully, the last trace of compassion in her eyes dissipating, leaving only coldness and vigilance.

The two continued forward, Lin Chen's Ancient Gods Divine Sense locking onto a valley where a treasure chest was glimmering.

[diamond treasure chest]

[Quality: Rare]

[Note: Contains diamond-level rare items]

He picked up the treasure chest and performed two Sublimations without hesitation.

[Ding—diamond treasure chest → epic treasure chest → legendary treasure chest]

[legendary treasure chest]

[Quality: Rare]

[Note: Contains Legendary Rank rare items]

Opening the treasure chest, a jade talisman with a dragon and phoenix design lay quietly inside, shimmering with flowing light.

[Obtained: Legendary Rank · dragon-phoenix fetus-protecting talisman]

Lin Chen frowned and performed Sublimation twice more.

[Ding—Legendary Rank dragon-phoenix fetus-protecting talisman → mythical-grade dragon-phoenix fetus-protecting talisman → eternal-grade dragon-phoenix fetus-protecting talisman]

The jade talisman instantly expanded by three feet, the phantom images of a Dragon and Phoenix circling it, radiating majestic heavenly might.

[eternal-grade · dragon-phoenix fetus-protecting talisman]

[Effect: When worn by the expectant mother, it can block all attacks below Transcendence Level, and the fetus gains 10 points to all attributes daily.]

"This is for you." Lin Chen tied the jade talisman around Clear Snow's waist. "Now it is foolproof."

Clear Snow touched the jade talisman, feeling the warmth within, and gave a soft "Mn," no longer having the curiosity or chattiness from before.

On the way, they encountered a few more human Survivors who, seeing their magnificent equipment, wanted to strike up a conversation.

Clear Snow avoided them directly, pulling Lin Chen to speed away, her eyes as cold as ice.

Lin Chen saw this and sighed inwardly; perhaps this was the price of growth.

In the afternoon, the two rested in an oasis, Clear Snow leaning against a tree and gently stroking her lower abdomen.

Lin Chen operated his Law Affinity, comprehending the Laws of Heaven and Earth, surrounded by light spots of various elements.

A few Legendary Rank griffins swooped down, their sharp claws tearing through the sky.

Lin Chen didn't even lift his eyelids; Law Affinity invoked Wind Blade, and the griffins were instantly sliced into pieces, turning into powder.

Clear Snow didn't even look, just said softly, "Husband, I'm thirsty."

Lin Chen smiled and retrieved a gold-grade water flask, feeding her water. "If you're tired, sleep for a while; I'll keep watch."

Clear Snow nodded, pillowing her head on his lap, and quickly fell into a deep sleep, though her brows were slightly furrowed.

Lin Chen gently stroked the center of her brows, thinking to himself: In the future, I will never let you suffer the slightest grievance again.

[Task Remaining Time: 3 days]

The sun set in the west, golden brilliance spilling across the land.

Lin Chen carried the sleeping Clear Snow and continued walking deeper into the battlefield.

His Ancient Gods Divine Sense was like a heavenly net; no threat could hide from it.

His Law Affinity became increasingly proficient; with every gesture, he could determine the life and death of all things.

Clear Snow murmured in her sleep, as if protecting the fetus in her womb.

Lin Chen lowered his head and pressed a kiss to her forehead, his steps firm.

On this road of Survival in Ten Thousand Realms, with him here, no one could harm her in the slightest.

As for those unfathomable human hearts, just kill them.